ATI FUNDAMENTALS PROCTORED REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS 2024-2025 LATEST WITH 100% PASS//GRADED A+
A nurse is teaching an older adult client who is at risk for osteoporosis about beginning a program of
regular physical activity. Which of the following types of activity should the nurse recommend? a.
Walking briskly
b. Riding a bicycle
Performing isometric exercises
c. Engaging in high-impact aerobics - answer-a. Walking briskly
A nurse is reviewing protocol in preparation for suctioning secretions from a client who has a new
tracheostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take.
a. Use a resuscitation bag with 80% oxygen prior o the procedure.
b. Select a suction catheter that is 1/2 the size of the lumen
c. Place the end of the suction catheter in water-soluble lubricant
d. Adjust the wall suction apparatus to a pressure of 170 mm hg - answer-b. Select a suction catheter
that is 1/2 the size of the lumen
A nurse is caring for a client who requires an NG tube for stomach decompression. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take when inserting the NG tube?
a. Position the client with the head of the bed elevated to 90 degrees to reduce the risk for aspiration
b. Remove the NG tube if the client begins to gag or choke
c. Apply suction to the NG tube prior to insertion
d. Have the client take sips of water to promote insertion of the NG tube into the esophagus - answer-d.
Have the client take sips of water to promote insertion of the NG tube into the esophagus
A nurse is evaluating a client's use of a cane. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as
an indication of correct use?
a. The top of the cane is parallel to the client's waist
b. When walking, the client moves the cane 46 cm (18 in) forward
c. The client holds the cane on the stronger side of their body
,The client moves their stronger limb forward with the cane - answer-c. The client holds the cane on the
stronger side of their body
A nurse is calculating a client's fluid intake over the past 8 hr. Which of the following items should the
nurse plan to document on the client's intake and output record as 120 ml of fluid a. 2 cups of soup
1 qt of water
c. 8 oz of ice chips
d. 6 oz of tea - answer-c. 8 oz of ice chips
A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse prepare a sterile field for a dressing change. Which of
the following actions by the newly licensed nurse requires intervention by the charge nurse?
a. The new nurse places the cap of a bottle of sterile saline solution on the sterile field.
b. The newly licensed nurse places sterile objects 2.5 cm (1 in) within the border of the field
c. The newly licensed nurse holds the bottle of sterile saline outside the edge of the field when pouring.
d. The sterile field is positioned at the level of the newly licensed nurse's waist. - answer-a. The new
nurse places the cap of a bottle of sterile saline solution on the sterile field.
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter into a client's arm prior to initiating IV fluid therapy. Which
of the following interventions should the nurse implement to prevent infection?
a. Apply transparent dressing over the IV insertion site and securement device
b. Shave excess hair from around the IV site
c. Cleanse the site with hydrogen peroxide before IV catheter insertion
d. Palpate the site carefully just before inserting the IV catheter - answer-a. Apply transparent dressing
over the IV insertion site and securement device
A nurse is teaching a client whose left left is in a cast about using crutches. Which of the following
statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the teaching?
a. "When descending the stairs, I will first shift my weight to my right leg."
b. "I should place my crutches 12 inches in front and to the side of each foot."
c. "As I sit down, I will hold one crutch in each hand."
,d. "I will make sure the shoulder rests are snug against my armpits.." - answer-a. "When descending the
stairs, I will first shift my weight to my right leg."
A nurse is caring for a client who has herpes zoster and asks the nurse about the use of complementary
and alternative therapies for pain control. The nurse should inform the client that this condition is a
contraindication for which of the following therapies?
a. Biofeedback
b. Aloe
c. Feverfew
d. acupuncture - answer-d. acupuncture
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for hypokalemia. Which of the following foods should be
included in the client's diet?
a. Cucumbers
b. Corn
c. Asparagus
d. Avocados - answer-d. Avocados
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a med/surg unit. In which of the following situations does the
nurse demonstrate the ethical principle of veracity?
a. A client who is unaware of their recent cancer dx asks the nurse if they have cancer, and the
nurse responds affirmatively
b. A client who has a prescription for an NG tube refuses it, and the nurse complies with the
client's wishes
c. A client who has a DNR order has a cardiac arrest, and the nurse does not perform CPR despite
requests from the family
d. A client who is about to undergo a painful procedure receives pain medication 30 mins before
the procedure that the nurse previously promised to administer - answer-a. A client who is unaware of
their recent cancer dx asks the nurse if they have cancer, and the nurse responds affirmatively
A nurse is administering an otic medicatoin to an older adult client. Which of the following actions
should the nurse take to ensure that the medication reaches the inner ear?
a. Press gently on the tragus of the client's ear
, b. Pack a small piece of cotton deep into the client's ear canal
c. Move the client's auricle down and back toward their head
d. Tilt the client's head backward for 5 min - answer-a. Press gently on the tragus of the client's ear
A nurse is planning care for a group of clients receiving o2 therapy. Which of the following clients should
the nurse plan to see first?
a. A client who has HF and is receiving 100% o2 via partial rebreather mask
b. A client who has emphysema and is receiving o2 at 3 lpm via trach o2 cannula
c. A client who has an old trach and is receiving 40% humidified o2 via trach collar
d. A client with COPD and is receiving o2 at 3 lmp via nasal cannula - answer-a. A client who has HF and
is receiving 100% o2 via partial rebreather mask
A nurse is teaching a client about lifestyle changes to manage a chronic illness, Which of the following
strategies should the nurse use first to help the client make a commitment to these lifestyle changes?
a. Identify the risks on non-adherence
b. Schedule learning sessions to demonstrate the psychomotor skills the client will need
c. Provide clearly written and easy-to-understand materials
d. Help the client identify ways that these changes will result in positive personal outcomes - answer-d.
Help the client identify ways that these changes will result in positive personal outcomes
A nurse is caring for a client who is post-operatice following abdominal sx. Which of the following
actions should the nurse perform first after discovering that the client's wound has eviscerated?
a. Cover the incision with a moist sterile dressing
b. Have the client lie on his back with knees flexed
c. Call the client's surgeon
d. Reassure the client - answer-a. Cover the incision with a moist sterile dressing
A nurse is caring for a client who is unconscious. Which of the following actions should the nurse take
providing oral care for the client?
DETAILED ANSWERS 2024-2025 LATEST WITH 100% PASS//GRADED A+
A nurse is teaching an older adult client who is at risk for osteoporosis about beginning a program of
regular physical activity. Which of the following types of activity should the nurse recommend? a.
Walking briskly
b. Riding a bicycle
Performing isometric exercises
c. Engaging in high-impact aerobics - answer-a. Walking briskly
A nurse is reviewing protocol in preparation for suctioning secretions from a client who has a new
tracheostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take.
a. Use a resuscitation bag with 80% oxygen prior o the procedure.
b. Select a suction catheter that is 1/2 the size of the lumen
c. Place the end of the suction catheter in water-soluble lubricant
d. Adjust the wall suction apparatus to a pressure of 170 mm hg - answer-b. Select a suction catheter
that is 1/2 the size of the lumen
A nurse is caring for a client who requires an NG tube for stomach decompression. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take when inserting the NG tube?
a. Position the client with the head of the bed elevated to 90 degrees to reduce the risk for aspiration
b. Remove the NG tube if the client begins to gag or choke
c. Apply suction to the NG tube prior to insertion
d. Have the client take sips of water to promote insertion of the NG tube into the esophagus - answer-d.
Have the client take sips of water to promote insertion of the NG tube into the esophagus
A nurse is evaluating a client's use of a cane. Which of the following actions should the nurse identify as
an indication of correct use?
a. The top of the cane is parallel to the client's waist
b. When walking, the client moves the cane 46 cm (18 in) forward
c. The client holds the cane on the stronger side of their body
,The client moves their stronger limb forward with the cane - answer-c. The client holds the cane on the
stronger side of their body
A nurse is calculating a client's fluid intake over the past 8 hr. Which of the following items should the
nurse plan to document on the client's intake and output record as 120 ml of fluid a. 2 cups of soup
1 qt of water
c. 8 oz of ice chips
d. 6 oz of tea - answer-c. 8 oz of ice chips
A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse prepare a sterile field for a dressing change. Which of
the following actions by the newly licensed nurse requires intervention by the charge nurse?
a. The new nurse places the cap of a bottle of sterile saline solution on the sterile field.
b. The newly licensed nurse places sterile objects 2.5 cm (1 in) within the border of the field
c. The newly licensed nurse holds the bottle of sterile saline outside the edge of the field when pouring.
d. The sterile field is positioned at the level of the newly licensed nurse's waist. - answer-a. The new
nurse places the cap of a bottle of sterile saline solution on the sterile field.
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV catheter into a client's arm prior to initiating IV fluid therapy. Which
of the following interventions should the nurse implement to prevent infection?
a. Apply transparent dressing over the IV insertion site and securement device
b. Shave excess hair from around the IV site
c. Cleanse the site with hydrogen peroxide before IV catheter insertion
d. Palpate the site carefully just before inserting the IV catheter - answer-a. Apply transparent dressing
over the IV insertion site and securement device
A nurse is teaching a client whose left left is in a cast about using crutches. Which of the following
statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the teaching?
a. "When descending the stairs, I will first shift my weight to my right leg."
b. "I should place my crutches 12 inches in front and to the side of each foot."
c. "As I sit down, I will hold one crutch in each hand."
,d. "I will make sure the shoulder rests are snug against my armpits.." - answer-a. "When descending the
stairs, I will first shift my weight to my right leg."
A nurse is caring for a client who has herpes zoster and asks the nurse about the use of complementary
and alternative therapies for pain control. The nurse should inform the client that this condition is a
contraindication for which of the following therapies?
a. Biofeedback
b. Aloe
c. Feverfew
d. acupuncture - answer-d. acupuncture
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for hypokalemia. Which of the following foods should be
included in the client's diet?
a. Cucumbers
b. Corn
c. Asparagus
d. Avocados - answer-d. Avocados
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a med/surg unit. In which of the following situations does the
nurse demonstrate the ethical principle of veracity?
a. A client who is unaware of their recent cancer dx asks the nurse if they have cancer, and the
nurse responds affirmatively
b. A client who has a prescription for an NG tube refuses it, and the nurse complies with the
client's wishes
c. A client who has a DNR order has a cardiac arrest, and the nurse does not perform CPR despite
requests from the family
d. A client who is about to undergo a painful procedure receives pain medication 30 mins before
the procedure that the nurse previously promised to administer - answer-a. A client who is unaware of
their recent cancer dx asks the nurse if they have cancer, and the nurse responds affirmatively
A nurse is administering an otic medicatoin to an older adult client. Which of the following actions
should the nurse take to ensure that the medication reaches the inner ear?
a. Press gently on the tragus of the client's ear
, b. Pack a small piece of cotton deep into the client's ear canal
c. Move the client's auricle down and back toward their head
d. Tilt the client's head backward for 5 min - answer-a. Press gently on the tragus of the client's ear
A nurse is planning care for a group of clients receiving o2 therapy. Which of the following clients should
the nurse plan to see first?
a. A client who has HF and is receiving 100% o2 via partial rebreather mask
b. A client who has emphysema and is receiving o2 at 3 lpm via trach o2 cannula
c. A client who has an old trach and is receiving 40% humidified o2 via trach collar
d. A client with COPD and is receiving o2 at 3 lmp via nasal cannula - answer-a. A client who has HF and
is receiving 100% o2 via partial rebreather mask
A nurse is teaching a client about lifestyle changes to manage a chronic illness, Which of the following
strategies should the nurse use first to help the client make a commitment to these lifestyle changes?
a. Identify the risks on non-adherence
b. Schedule learning sessions to demonstrate the psychomotor skills the client will need
c. Provide clearly written and easy-to-understand materials
d. Help the client identify ways that these changes will result in positive personal outcomes - answer-d.
Help the client identify ways that these changes will result in positive personal outcomes
A nurse is caring for a client who is post-operatice following abdominal sx. Which of the following
actions should the nurse perform first after discovering that the client's wound has eviscerated?
a. Cover the incision with a moist sterile dressing
b. Have the client lie on his back with knees flexed
c. Call the client's surgeon
d. Reassure the client - answer-a. Cover the incision with a moist sterile dressing
A nurse is caring for a client who is unconscious. Which of the following actions should the nurse take
providing oral care for the client?
